Jupiter gleams in the evening

Anyone looking low in the southern sky after sunset will notice the brilliant beacon of Jupiter, the solar system's largest planet. Jupiter displays its turbulent atmosphere each night through a telescope, and you can easily follow its retinue of four constantly dancing moons. Invite your neighbors over for a jovian view they'll never forget.

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